Pep Guardiola has signed a one-year contract extension with Manchester City, keeping him at the club until 2025, with an option to extend until 2026. This deal secures his position after months of uncertainty regarding his future and ensures continuity for the club’s managerial leadership.
Pep Guardiola, the manager of Manchester City, has agreed to a one-year contract extension that will keep him at the club until June 2025, with an option for an additional year. The 53-year-old's previous contract was set to expire at the end of the current season, leading to speculation over his future. This new agreement, which also includes the option to extend his tenure until 2026, puts to rest any concerns about his departure and secures his position at the club for at least another year.
Guardiola’s future had been a topic of uncertainty for several months, with rumors suggesting he might leave Manchester City after this season. These rumors intensified following the departure of Txiki Begiristain, the club’s director of football, in October, and the subsequent appointment of Hugo Viana from Sporting CP to fill his role. Despite this, Guardiola’s loyalty to City remained unshaken, and reports indicate that both he and the club were eager to settle the situation.
This contract extension is a significant boost for Manchester City, ensuring that Guardiola will continue to lead the club through the upcoming season and beyond. According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, the deal reflects the club’s confidence in Guardiola’s leadership, as Manchester City had never actively sought out other managerial options during this period of uncertainty.
If fulfilled, the new contract would see Guardiola surpass a decade in charge of Manchester City, during which he has transformed the club into a dominant force in English football. With this extended commitment, Guardiola’s long-term influence at City seems secure, much to the relief of fans and players alike.
